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Monday, August 1, 2011

A Cocktail for Anonymous

Since summer is winding down and, for us teachers, there are only a few days left of quality deck time, I thought I’d share with you the most DELICIOUS cocktail recipe. Actually, I really wanted to send a virtual drink to “Anonymous” who says that I’m sending you guys mixed messages about myself. How in the world can I possibly post cocktail recipes, enjoy beverages AND pray with my Jesus lovin’ girlfriends on our girls trip, teach my boys about the Lord, and still call myself a Christian?! Yes folks…it’s true. I go to church every Sunday…I read my Bible every morning…I love the Lord more than life itself...AND {GASP!!!!!} I enjoy the occasional cocktail. In the words of my sweet friend, Abby, I’m not about mixed messages…just about mixed drinks ;) HA!!!

Mix the ingredients together in a LARGE pitcher because this recipe makes A TON! Since my sweet sister-in-law, Bobbi, is always introducing me to new recipes, I wanted to make this for them while they were in town visiting. It got thumbs up all the way around. Y’all…it was SO good! And refreshing, too!! From one sinner to another, I think you’ll LOVE this!! SO yum!!

I just wanted to say... I LOVE ALL of your blogs. You make me want to be a better wife, teacher, and person! Your joy for life and love for your family is addicting and has been an inspiration to me. And I'm pretty sure my husband loves you too (because of his full tummy every night!)

"Be who you are and say what you feel, because those who mind don't matter, and those who matter don't mind." — Dr. Seuss

Love it Mrs. Carroll!!! The nerve of some people . . . I agree with Ms. Williams - you're an INSPIRATION!! I love reading your blogs. I'm not getting any mixed messages about you - I think you're a great teacher, mother, wife, cook, and Christian!! I love me a good glass of wine or mixed drink - thanks for sharing the recipe!

I made this for my Christmas Eve 2012 open house and I used coconut rum, because I had some in the house and, it was excellent. We had leftovers which we kept and enjoyed through New Years. Thank you for a great recipe!